Built by pilots, for pilots.
Our Mission
Vertical Advantage Helicopters was established in 2007 by founding partners TJ Vearil and Matt Rupe. Together, they started with one goal in mind: to make Vertical Advantage Helicopters Southwest Ohio's leader in safety, professionalism, and value. Since then, pilots, businesses, contractors, private individuals, and law enforcement agencies have used Vertical Advantage’s services to enhance their businesses and reach new heights in aviation training.
Whether you’re a business, new pilot, an experienced aviator, or someone looking for a once-in-a-lifetime flying experience, we can help you.
Meet Our Team
TJ Vearil
Enstrom Factory Pilot Instructor, Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), Authorized Enstrom Insurance Program Check Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Matt Rupe
Commercial Pilot, and Certificated Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII)
Kathy Asbach
Commercial Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
About us
We specialize in helicopter sightseeing tours, air charter, aerial photography, surveys, helicopter flight training, law enforcement support, and many other aviation services. Our highly trained expert staff is extremely proud of our perfect safety record, and being that we are a registered air tour operator and part 135 air carrier, our aircraft are subject to greater inspection standards than most general aviation aircraft.
